Finally! In this week’s episode we bring you a long overdue discussion on meditation with Chad Foreman, a former Buddhist monk and founder of the popular website, The Way of Meditation. Meditation can sometimes be difficult for people at first, yet it’s a key tool for experiencing what’s beyond the veil of illusion. Chad delights us with his spiritual knowledge and interesting stories. Stay tuned until the end for a short Inner Fire meditation. Highlights from this episode: * What led Chad to gi...
Aug 14, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 8
This week’s guest is author Darlene Green. Following trauma from a car accident early in 2017, a deep internal process of healing began for her. Profound spiritual events of Dec. 26, 2017 led to a divine collaboration with the Masters of the Council of Light. In Service to Love began, which became a series of books that answer the question, What becomes possible when we live from our soul’s vision? Highlights from this episode: * At age 4, Darlene had her first conversation with her Council. * ...
Aug 04, 2020•53 min•Season 3Ep. 7
You may be wondering, what is family constellation? As our guest, Family Constellation practitioner Stephanie Richmond aptly states, “There is no elevator speech for it. It is a therapeutic approach that looks at an individual through the context of being part of a whole family system.” It’s a powerful energetic, spiritual healing modality that heals not only at the individual level, but also for the Collective, because after all, we are all connected. Highlights from this episode: Stephanie’s d...
Jul 10, 2020•54 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Tamara Arnold, our guest for this episode, calls herself a Rebel Unicorn. She grew up feeling like a misfit, but found her mission through awakening her chakras and utilizing this energetic system to help others launch and grow the business of their dreams. Some of the things we discuss with Tamara: * Tamara’s challenging experience with her son’s mental illness, and how it reactivated her spiritual gifts. * A quick primer on the 7 chakras. * Your breathing reflects the state of your heart chakr...
Jun 26, 2020•53 min•Season 3Ep. 5
At this time on the planet, particularly in Western culture, we seem to have lost connection to our roots - both to the literal roots of trees, plants and Mother Earth, as well as to the roots of our human ancestry. In this false sense of separation, we feel isolated and unsupported. In this discussion with Heather Davies of Sea Wynd Shamanic Coaching, Ritual and Ceremony, we explore how to engage with nature and the energies of our ancestors to rediscover the beauty and truth of our interconnec...
Jun 12, 2020•52 min•Season 3Ep. 4
What is The Shift? There are many ways to describe it, but we’re in the midst of a time of collective spiritual awakening. A global evolution of consciousness. A transition on Planet Earth from a lower dimension to a higher dimension. We talk with this week’s guests, Astrologers Shannon Gill and Russ Ohlhausen about The Shift and how to navigate this powerful time of transformation. * The surreal quality of how right now is the time that Lightworkers have been preparing years (and lifetimes!) fo...
May 29, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 3
This week we speak with Michele Blood, a very inspiring author and worldwide speaker who has shared the stage with Bob Proctor, Deepak Chopra, Wayne Dyer and more. Not only has Michele created a unique and powerful combination of music with affirmations called MusiVation™, but she also offers a special spiritual activation called The Mystical Experience. I really feel Michele’s high vibration and the energy she transmits when she speaks. Energy doesn’t lie! I was buzzing for days after we record...
May 15, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Welcome back for Season 3 of Beyond the Illusion! We kick things off with David and Maegen Staab, the creators of a podcast called Maegical: Stories of Healing and Spiritual Gifts. David and Maegen are passionate about their purpose to help others and are working on many projects including a YouTube channel and a book describing their inspirational healing story. Topics we discuss in this episode include: * Affirmations: how Maegen reprogrammed her subconscious from victim to powerful manifestor...
May 01, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Self love starts with self connection. If we aren’t tuning within and listening to our own inner voice, how can we truly know how we feel and what we need? Self love develops from taking care of ourselves authentically. This week’s guest, Jamie Lerner, helps people find that self connection. She teaches how to “guide yourself from the inside out.” Some of the things discussed in this episode: The necessity of living in alignment with your authentic self. There’s never a perfect time to make a ch...
Mar 13, 2020•42 min•Season 2Ep. 14
You’ve probably never heard of Agnihotra. Neither had we until we met with Gau Bodepudi. In this interview with Gau, we learned about the ancient practice of Agnihotra, a precise meditation technique originating from the Vedas that involves the element of fire, “the messenger of the gods.” This practice has has been shown to benefit not only the individual, but also the environment. In this episode we discuss: What exactly is Agnihotra and how does it differ from other meditation techniques? Wha...
Feb 28, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 13
The true love relationship we’re all seeking starts from within. We each have an inner masculine and feminine, yet often they are at war with each other. We are meant to grow these two aspects of Self into their divine potential and unite them into Sacred Union. (How perfect is it that this episode is being released on Valentine’s Day?) So how do we harmonize our masculine and feminine? In this episode we discuss: The masculine and feminine polarities are not the same as male and female genders....
Feb 14, 2020•55 min•Season 2Ep. 12
This week we interview Bato, an advanced soul who talks to us about the many dimensions of the Self and some of the tools and techniques he uses to connect more deeply within. In this episode we discuss: * Bato’s unique, organic path inward, starting from exploring the power of the mind and then leading to more mystical experiences. * How following your intuition allows untapped wisdom to flow through. * The power of pyramid shapes. * Working with crystal grids. * What is nanocoding? * Opening u...
Jan 31, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Reiki is an energy healing modality that originates in Japan. The word Reiki means universal life energy. Everything is energy, therefore Reiki can provide physical, mental, emotional and/or spiritual benefits. Reiki has become popular in recent years, as more people are opening to alternative healing methods. In fact, Tim & Tianna first met when he attended her Reiki Share. Some of the things we cover in this episode: * What was Tim’s first experience of Reiki like? * Tianna describes her R...
Jan 24, 2020•55 min•Season 2Ep. 10
This week we talk with Trey Ganem, who creates customized caskets and is also known as “Trey the Texas Medium.” What exactly is a medium? Simply put, a medium is someone who communicates with people who are no longer alive. Obviously Trey is not your average guy! He’s a fun guy to talk to, full of interesting stories about his communications with those on the other side and how his unique gifts help bring closure to those who have crossed over, and even more, to their loved ones left behind. To...
Jan 13, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 9
What are the Akashic Records? According to EdgarCayce.org, “the Akashic Records, aka The Book of Life, can be equated to the universe’s central storehouse of all information for every individual who has ever lived upon the earth. More than just a reservoir of events, the Akashic Records contain every deed, word, feeling, thought and intent that has ever occurred at any time in the history of the world.” Who can access these records? How can we utilize this information for the highest good? In th...
Jan 10, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Do you feel like "The Secret" oversimplified the Law of Attraction - as if you can focus on what you want and manifest it simply through the power of your conscious intention? If only it were that easy, right? What’s the missing piece? In this episode we interview Jim Holzknecht, co-producer of the movie “Beyond Belief,” who feels that the Law of Attraction won’t be effective without understanding and addressing the power of the Subconscious mind (our hidden beliefs and programming). In this epi...
Jan 03, 2020•57 min•Season 2Ep. 7
What’s happening in the Cosmos right now and through 2020 and how will this impact us? Astrologer Shannon Gill returns to the podcast to share the powerful alignments happening right now in December 2019 and moving into 2020. There are strong celestial influences to take note of so that we can utilize this pivotal time for our growth and learning. Some things we discuss in this episode: * The timeline of how these cycles have been affecting the Collective and can be recognized through looking ba...
Dec 20, 2019•1 hr 34 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode we speak with Tom Eckersley to discuss his book, “Journey of a Post Traumatic Soul,” which covers topics of mental health, such as suicide, depression, PTSD, abuse and rape. Although these can be very heavy topics, many of us can relate to some aspect of Tom’s journey. The spiritual path on Earth isn’t all hearts and rainbows. It’s important to face these things - the way out is through. Tom shares how he was able to move towards the light at the end of the dark tunnel of trauma....
Dec 13, 2019•58 min•Season 2Ep. 5
You’ve probably read or watched stories of people’s crazy experiences in a cult and wondered, “How could anyone ever give up everyday life and make such an extreme choice? What kind of weirdo would join such a restrictive organization?” Although there are many common tactics amongst cults, there are different types of cults, as well as different reasons why people join. There’s a stigma around involvement in cults, so much so that people often don’t share these experiences publicly or even with ...
Dec 06, 2019•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 4
What is “The Law of One?” This fascinating channeled material (from a collective of higher consciousness beings known as Ra) came about in the early 80s through Carla Rueckert, Jim McCarty and Don Elkins. “The Law of One” (also known as “the Ra Material”) is an extensive body of work covering many spiritual and metaphysical topics under the basic principle that everything comes from the one divine source or “All is One.” In this episode we discuss: How is the Universe structured and where do hum...
Nov 29, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode we talk with Tarot Reader and Artist Lisa Rawlinson. Using clair senses, tarot and oracle cards, and creative processes of painting, drawing, and writing, Lisa accesses and communicates guidance and messages. Lisa generously provided us both with Tarot readings and custom Visual Meditations (unique paintings that flow through her intuitively). Things we discuss in this episode: Does everyone have these types of abilities, to access and communicate with higher guidance? What were ...
Nov 22, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 2
We’re back for Season 2! In our first episode, we interview Michael Hoffmann. Mike is the author of “The Face of the Iguana: Freedom from Toxic Beliefs, a Journey in Healing and Transformation” (under the pen name “Patrick J. McKallick.”) In The Face of the Iguana, he tells the dramatic stories of how fear-based beliefs, both cultish and religious affected his life, emotionally, physically and mentally and his eventual healing. Even if we haven’t experienced the childhood abuse, abandonment and ...
Nov 08, 2019•1 hr 27 min•Season 2Ep. 1
What do we mean by the term “the shadow”? You might instantly think we’re referring to evil, but in fact, the shadow is simply disowned aspects of the self, which could be positive or negative traits. The spiritual path isn’t just “Love and Light”, it’s also growing through exploring the depths of your being. Uncovering your shadow gives you empowerment and conscious control in your life. Things we cover in this episode: What are some of the many benefits of reclaiming the shadow? How we use tac...
Oct 11, 2019•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 16
There are all kinds of emergencies, but did you know that many people experience what is called a spiritual emergency? A spiritual emergency or spiritual crisis can be scary and sudden with symptoms such as hearing voices and seeing visions, but it can also be an opportunity for healing and for many, it's a powerful catalyst for spiritual growth. Join us in our conversation with Lisa Wheeler, a Licensed Professional Counselor, as she explains how she helps people through these kinds of emergenci...
Oct 04, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Karma isn’t solely a Hindu or Buddhist belief. In the broader sense, it refers to the cause and effect of a person’s actions. “You reap what you sow.” “For every action, there is an equal, opposite reaction.” Karma isn’t a belief; it’s an impersonal universal law, much like gravity. So then is it possible to cheat karma, to not have to live it out? In this episode we discuss: Is karma equal to punishment? How karma isn’t necessarily “An eye for an eye.” Why karma is about learning, not about jud...
Sep 27, 2019•47 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Death……the final frontier. According to most studies, death is one of our top fears (superseded only by public speaking, oddly enough). We are intensely frightened of the unknown and tend to project our greatest fears onto death. Will we cease to exist? Will we be judged for our actions? Will we be damned to eternal hellfire? Luckily, there are people who’ve actually been pronounced clinically dead and then later returned to life in what as known as a Near Death Experience (NDE). In this episode...
Sep 20, 2019•59 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Human Design might be one of the most useful tools that you’ve never heard of for understanding yourself. It’s not a belief system, but a body of knowledge that synthesizes essential elements of Astrology, the I Ching, the Kabbalah and the Hindu-Brahmin Chakra systems. It provides a unique map and a navigation system that can help us to know and love what we are so that our lives become more fulfilling and more our own. (Summarized from holohumandesign.com) Our guest is Amy Lee, a Professional A...
Sep 13, 2019•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Reincarnation, the concept that humans have a soul that incarnates again after the physical body dies, often has the reputation of being a fringe belief in western societies. Yet, did you know that (depending on which research study you cite) somewhere between 20 to 33% of Americans believe in reincarnation? In this episode we delve into the mystery of past lives and reincarnation. Some of the topics we discuss: The case for and against reincarnation. The quantum physics perspective that all tim...
Sep 06, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Have you experienced a non-ordinary state of consciousness? How can we identify a non-ordinary state of consciousness? Stan Grof explains that “Non-ordinary states of consciousness are characterized by dramatic perceptual changes, intense and often unusual emotions, profound alterations in the thought processes and behavior, and by a variety of psychosomatic manifestations.“ In this episode, we explore: Why don’t we value non-ordinary states of consciousness? The repercussions of the imbalance b...
Aug 30, 2019•45 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In episode 7 we speak with Christine Calvert, a facilitator of Holotropic Breathwork workshops and sessions. Holotropic Breathwork is a healing technique using breath to expand consciousness, developed by Stanislav Grof, a psychiatrist and researcher with over 60 years of experience studying non-ordinary states of consciousness. As Christine states, “Breath as a means to expand consciousness has been happening for as far back as we go when we look at spiritual practice.” Some of the things we co...
Aug 23, 2019•56 min•Season 1Ep. 9
